Bunny became interested in cars as a kid and continued this love affair with the automobile all through his life.

His first car was a partnership in a 1919 Model T Ford roadster, followed by another partnership in a 1930 Buick convertible. He finally bought his own 1932 Ford Sedan, which had been modified, and Bunny added more performance equipment.

He was also an oval racing fan and hung around Digney Speedway. Bunny helped in the pits when he could just to be near the cars. He was particularly interested in the Midget racers.

From 1952 until 1957, Bunny was a member of the BCCCA. While a member, he served on the staff of the Clutch Chatter newspaper. In 1957, Bunny joined the newly formed BC Hot Rod Association. He served on their Headliner newspaper as assistant editor and also as part of the organizing committee for their 1957 Motorshow at the PNE. At that time, Bunny drove a 1940 Ford Sedan.

In 1959, he became interested in the Crackerbox class of powerboat racing through the influence of racer Ron Bestward. In 1960, Bunny built his own Crackerbox, a 15’ flat bottom race boat with a Chev V8. With mechanic Walt Tkachuk, he began racing in BC and the US west coast. The team led their class in 1962 and 1963, and in late

BUNNY JEBOULT - Inducted 2001

Pioneer - Power Boat Racing

Left: Jeboult Crackerbox San Diego, 1963      Right: Jeboult and his 1934 Ford roadster, 2003  (Bunny Jeboult collection)

By Larry Braine, 2003

1963 they ended the racing season in California and brought the American Power Boat Association (APBA) National High Points Championship Trophy home to BC They won that Trophy again in 1964.

Bunny left boat racing and turned his interest to his job, his home and raising his family for a few years. He also became interested in Recreation Vehicle travel and has owned a few motorhomes.

He got back into the car hobby in the 1980s. In 1989, Bunny built his 1934 Ford roadster which was purchased from Mike Dubroski. He has

driven and shown that car for many years.

In the 90s Bunny teamed up with Cruiser’s Pit Stop Diner, promoting that business and arranging Cruise-ins. He then went into the business of providing dash plaques, trophies and awards. He called that business Roddin’Round.

In 1995, he started building a unique custom car from a 39 Ford 2 door sedan. Bunny had the top removed, turning it into a Carson top convertible. The car is due to be completed in 2005.

In 1997, Bunny assisted with the arrangements for the 40^th reunion of the BC Hot Rod Association. He is a current member of that organization.

Bunny Jeboult